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Gearbox Dynamics Simulator
The GDS is an optimum device for research and development in gearbox diagnostics and dynamics studies
The Spectra Quest, Inc. Gearbox Dynamics Simulator (GDS) has been specifically designed to simulate industrial gearboxes for experimental and educational purposes. It is robust to provide appropriate stiffness and sufficiently spacious for ease of gear placement, setup, and installation of monitoring devices. This model simulates a standard single stage, parallel shaft, helical gear reducer or increaser depending upon configuration.
Features
- Gears can be slid along the length of the shafts to alter the system stiffness and to make room for additional devices.
- Adaptable to different gear styles, such as spur.
- Bearing assemblies may be set up for either sleeve or rolling element simulation.
- Backlash may be altered by replacing the bearing mounting plates with ones precisely machined to provide the desired clearance.
- Increasing the amount of backlash is without major consequence (other than increased noise and rotational play).
- Reducing it can result in binding and/or excessive operating temperatures.
- With sleeve bearings, the axial movement of the shafts is determined by the thickness of the thrust spacers located between the shaft and the sleeve bearing at each end of both shafts.
- Intentionally damaged or worn gearing can also be fitted to study the effects on vibration signature.
- lids:
metal lid with 1/4-28 proximity probe holes.
Clear LEXAN® lid for viewing moving parts inside gearbox.
- The output shaft is connected directly to a magnetic brake to provide constant system loading.
- Additional devices may be mounted to the brake or in its place.
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Gearbox Dynamics Simulator
Set of Helical Gears in Oil
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Magnetic Brake/Clutch
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Gearbox with LEXAN® Cover |
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